Extending Wiring Codes

03-01-2007, 04:13 PM	#1
handiman_11 Newbie   Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2	Extending Wiring Codes I have to re-route some wiring in my home. The existing wiring will not be long enough. I plan on using a box for the splices. Does the box have to be accessable without removing plaster?

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03-01-2007, 06:27 PM	#2
MgMopar Member   Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 488	Extending Wiring Codes Quote: Originally Posted by handiman_11 I have to re-route some wiring in my home. The existing wiring will not be long enough. I plan on using a box for the splices. Does the box have to be accessable without removing plaster? In my opinion it would be very desirable but not always necessary. Codes vary from country to county and state to state even local county's and towns can enforce codes so there is no way for me to make a absolute recommendation on this one. __________________ Mgmopar